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Known today as the city of laptops and lederhosen, modern Munich is a cosmopolitan playground that nevertheless represents what the rest of the world incorrectly sees as "typically German": world-famous Oktoberfest, traditional lederhosen (leather pants), busty Bavarian waitresses in dirndls (traditional dresses), beer steins, and sausages.
Munich Hotels
Though Munich has a vast number of hotels in all price ranges, booking one can be a challenge, as this is a trade-show city as well as a prime tourist destination...read more
Munich Restaurants
Munich claims to be Germany's gourmet capital. It certainly has an inordinate number of fine restaurants, but you won't have trouble finding a vast range...read more
Things To Do in Munich
Munich is a wealthy city—and it shows. At times...read more
Travel Deals in Munich
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Munich Experiences
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Deutsches Museum: The museum has an impressive collection of science and technology exhibits, and its location on the Isar River is perfect for... Read more
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It's not just the fascinating array of fruit, vegetables, olives, breads, cheeses, meats, pickles, and honey that make Viktualienmarkt (victuals... Read more
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With a bit of sunshine, a handful of picnic tables, and a few of the finest beers around, you have yourself a Biergarten (beer garden). There... Read more
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For most visitors, Bavaria, with its own sense of Gemütlichkeit, beer gardens, quaint little villages, and culturally rich cities, is often... Read more
News & Features
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Events, Trip Ideas
It may be too late to book it to Munich for Oktoberfest this year, but this insider's guide to all things... Read more
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Deals, Travel Tips, Rewards Programs
Spring is in the air and summer vacation is just on the horizon, making it prime time for travel rewards... Read more
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Travel Tips
Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the German beer garden all summer in Munich.... Read more
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